Public Services Diploma

About the course

Working in the uniformed public services can be a very rewarding experience, be it on the front line of the armed forces or helping the public as a Police Community Support Officer. On this course you will learn about the skills and qualities needed to be an effective member of the services and the types of work that you would participate in. The course is mostly academic, however throughout the course you will also complete a number of practical units which will challenge and develop both your fitness and outdoor activity skills.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs – 2 at grade 3 and 2 at grade 2

How much does it cost?

£200 for educational visits and practical uniform, which must be paid in full at the beginning of the course.

Why study?

This course will give you an introduction to the uniformed public services, including the skills needed to work within them. You will participate in a wide range of additional activities including team building activities, outdoor and adventurous activities, educational visits and will also be invited to talks by guest speakers from the public services.

Educational visits

Trip to Parliament
Visit to the Supreme Court
Visit to magistrate's court in Chelmsford
Opportunity to visit a Police Station and explore the custody and detention areas
Residential trip to Wales
Trip to Police and Crime Museum in London

Guest speakers

Magistrates
Deputy Police Commissioner for Essex
Royal Marines
British Army
Metropolitan Police

Where will this course take me?

You can progress to the Level 3 (Extended) Diploma in Public Services. You will also be prepared for employment in the following areas: Police, Fire and Rescue Services, Ambulance Service, Royal Navy, Royal Air Force or Army.

Possible careers

Any of the Armed Forces
Police Officer
Prison Officer
Social Worker

Core modules

• Public Service Skills
• Career Planning for the public services
• Improving Health & Fitness
• Crime and its Effects on Society
• Sport and Recreation in the Public Services
• Expedition Skills in Public Services

How will I be assessed?

Practical assessments and coursework

Will I have to provide anything?

A cost of £100 to cover educational visits across the year and kit. Any underspend is reimbursed to students at the end of the year.